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Post Graduate
Programs
Master of Science (MSc) in
Computing and Information Systems
Joint Awarding
Bodies: Higher Education and Training Awards
Council (HETAC) and Liverpool John Moores
University (LJMU)
Duration: 12 months
The MSc in Computing
and Information Systems provides students, with
an interest or experience in Computing,
Information Systems and Management, with an
opportunity to further enhance their skills and
knowledge of Computer Systems Technologies and
Information Systems. The MSc in Computing and
Information Systems is an innovative programme
which is designed to create a deeper level of
knowledge and understanding of current and
developing computer and Information Systems
Technologies and to enable students to explore
the issues around the management of Information
Technology in Business and Industrial contexts.
Central to the programme is the development of
students analytical, creative, problem solving
and research skills.
Programme Structure
The programme is
structured in two sequential stages. Stage 1
contains eight modules and the MSc stage (Stage
2) comprises the dissertation. If four modules
are completed a certificate award can be granted
and if eight modules are obtained a diploma award
can be granted.
For part-time students, delivery of the programme
is structured over 4 taught semesters. During
each semester, students will study two modules
and are typically required to attend lectures on
two evenings per week and occasional weekend
workshops.
Skills Development
You will develop
analytical abilities as well as essential
managerial skills such as team working,
leadership and effective communication skills. As
part of our learning philosophy, we encourage our
students to learn through reflection on practice
and experience.
Entry Requirements
To
be considered for admission, applicants must hold:
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A
minimum Second Class Honours (2.2) in an IT
discipline from a recognised third level
institution, or equivalent qualification in a
cognate discipline
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An IELTS score of a minimum 6.0 or equivalent,
where full-time study has been conducted in a
language other than English or applicants whose
first language is not English.
Programme Content
Stage 1
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- Software
Engineering Technology
- Research
Methods
Options
(Chose 2)
- Computer
Security
- Database and
Technology
- Computer
Networks
- Computer
Systems Technology
- Information
Systems Development Management
Options
(Chose 2)
- Business
Analysis
- Innovation
and IT Management
- Decision
Support Systems
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Stage 2
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MSc Award
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